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Gangs & Guns Chapter 7 Part 2

What is a “Gang”? Defined as a group of people who deny the general public access May or may not be violent

A Brief History of Gangs Started in America in the 1800s, grouped by ethnicity Usually protected neighborhoods and cultural pride

Trying to make a difference? Many gangs performed community service & job- training

Then & Now… Today gangs are much more violent… Why? Drug Trafficking Prostitution Firearm Dealing

What does a Gang Member Look Like? Majority Male Mostly Minority Estimated 1 million gang members in US (2008)

Percentage of State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies Reporting Gang Activity, by Region ~ Justice.gov

Why Do People Join Gangs Family Members in a gang Basic Needs unmet Lure of Money

Guns and the Law

Do Guns=Crime? Most guns are legally owned in the U.S. Should gun right be restricted?

Important Legislation Gun Control Act of 1968 Prohibits certain people from buying/possessing a gun Criminals, minors, illegal immigrants Requires serial numbers on all guns Response to murders of Dr. King & Bobby Kennedy The Brady Act Requires background checks

Wall Street Journal (2009)